Powerline Party Chief

Inline Group Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and overtime

Health care benefits

Annual Training and Development Allowance

Clothing allowance

RRSP matching program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A prominent geomatics firm in Edmonton is seeking a Powerline Party Chief to oversee powerline survey operations. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in Geomatics and substantial experience in powerline utility surveys. Responsibilities include data management, team coordination, and ensuring safety compliance while operating specialized survey equipment. The company offers competitive pay, health benefits, and substantial growth opportunities. Join a team that values your skills and invests in your future.

Qualifications

• Education in Geomatics or related field is required.
• Experience with powerline utility surveys is essential.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean abstract is necessary.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean abstract.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions and carrying equipment over long distances.
• Line locating experience is required; 3D scanning and modern survey equipment are a plus.
• Advanced RPAS (Drone) Pilot Certification is considered an asset.
• Valid safety certificates (H2S, First Aid, CSTS, Wildlife Awareness) are assets.

Responsibilities

• Complete powerline surveys ensuring client objectives are met.
• Provide necessary documentation to office for field data.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment ensuring safety compliance.
• Health and safety compliance – follow company safety procedures and standards.
• Survey equipment operation – operate and maintain GPS/GNSS rovers, locators and related tools.
• Boundary and data assessment – understand boundary evidence and perform calculations.
• Powerline profiling – use GPS and distometer equipment.

Skills

Powerline utility survey experience

Line locating experience

Communication skills

Field flexibility

Technical skills in modern survey equipment

Boundary & data assessment

GPS/GNSS surveying

Education

Diploma or Degree in Geomatics

Tools

GPS/GNSS rovers

Drone certification

3D scanning equipment

Job description

Join Our Team as a Powerline Party Chief!

Are you a hardworking, adaptable surveyor ready to jump into a fast-paced, growing company? Challenger Geomatics Ltd., an Inline Group Company, is looking for a Powerline Party Chief to join our team in the Edmonton area. This is your chance to get involved in long-term projects. If you’re looking for a company where you can grow, make an impact, and take your career to the next level, we want to meet you!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Powerline Survey Operations – Complete powerline surveys while working closely with the Project Manager to ensure all client objectives are met.
• Data & Documentation Management – Provide necessary documentation to office staff including field notes, computations, and other survey data.
• Team Communication & Coordination – Communicate effectively with team members and ensure tasks are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Health & Safety Compliance – Perform all health and safety duties in accordance with company safety procedures and standards.
• Survey Equipment Operation – Operate and maintain survey equipment such as GPS/GNSS rovers, locators, and other survey tools while ensuring company vehicles and equipment are properly used and maintained.
• Boundary & Data Assessment – Understand legal boundary evidence assessment and perform required calculations.
• Powerline Profiling – Perform powerline profiling using GPS and distometer equipment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education & Experience – Diploma or Degree in Geomatics or a related discipline along with powerline utility survey experience, which is required for this role.
• Utility Industry Knowledge – Experience working with powerline utility surveys and familiarity with ATCO Electric and FortisAlberta workflows is considered an asset.
• Field Flexibility – Willingness to travel and work out of town as required.
• Licensed & Reliable – Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Physically Capable – Comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions and carrying equipment over long distances.
• Technical Skills – Line locating experience is required. Experience with 3D scanning and operating modern survey equipment is considered an asset.
• Drone Certification – Advanced RPAS (Drone) Pilot Certification is considered an asset.
• Safety Training – Valid safety certificates such as H2S, First Aid, CSTS, and Wildlife Awareness are considered assets.

Why Challenger Geomatics Ltd.?

• Competitive pay and overtime – We offer a strong hourly rate with opportunities for overtime.
• Take care of what matters most – Enjoy health care benefits for you and your family.
• Investing in you – Take advantage of our Annual Training and Development Allowance to boost your skills.
• Get geared up – We provide a clothing allowance to keep you comfortable on the job.
• Plan for your future – Take advantage of our RRSP matching program to help you save for retirement.
• Future growth opportunities – Inline Group Inc. is growing, and so are the opportunities for you to take on new challenges and grow your career!

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